McDermott and BW Offshore Team Up for Offshore Blue Ammonia Production

McDermott and BW Offshore have announced a collaboration aimed at enhancing the technical and commercial feasibility of offshore blue ammonia production. This strategic partnership seeks to create a viable pathway for blue ammonia, aligning with global efforts to transition to low-carbon energy sources and reaffirming both companies' dedication to sustainability.

The collaboration will harness the combined expertise of McDermott and BW Offshore to develop low-carbon ammonia production using a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) facility. FPSOs are advantageous for ammonia production, offering benefits in environmental safety, health standards, scheduling reliability, and competitive pricing for ammonia.

BW Offshore will contribute its expertise in FPSO solutions, employing innovative approaches to offshore production facilities. Its commitment to sustainable technologies positions it as an ideal partner for this initiative. Meanwhile, McDermott brings significant experience in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) across the energy sector. The company will leverage its extensive technical knowledge, project execution capabilities, and global fabrication assets to support the venture.

"This unique collaboration represents a significant step toward advancing the energy transition by developing a feasible pathway for offshore blue ammonia production," stated Vaseem Khan, Senior Vice President of Global Operations at McDermott. He emphasized that the integration of McDermott's offshore module design and fabrication capabilities with BW Offshore's FPSO expertise aligns perfectly with their shared goal of fostering sustainable energy solutions.

Fredrik Savio, Business Unit Manager for New Ventures and Technology at BW Offshore, highlighted the strengths of their partnership. "By combining McDermott's century-long offshore experience and relationships with leading technology providers with BW Offshore's advanced FPSO technology, we are poised to make strides in offshore blue ammonia production. This collaboration underscores our mutual commitment to innovative and sustainable energy solutions."

Together, McDermott and BW Offshore aim to set new standards in the offshore ammonia sector, supporting the global shift toward low-carbon energy while delivering on their sustainability commitments. Their joint efforts promise to unlock significant advancements in offshore blue ammonia production, ultimately contributing to a cleaner energy future.

McDermott is a premier, fully-integrated provider of engineering and construction services tailored for the energy industry. From initial concept to final commissioning, McDermott's innovative expertise and capabilities enhance the development of next-generation global energy infrastructure, promoting a brighter and more sustainable future for everyone. With operations in over 54 countries, McDermott boasts a locally-focused, globally-integrated workforce of more than 35,000 employees, along with a diverse fleet of specialized marine construction vessels and fabrication facilities worldwide.

BW Offshore designs innovative floating production solutions to shape the future of energy and operates a fleet of three active FPSOs, with one currently under construction. The company aims to leverage four decades of offshore operations and project execution to deliver customized offshore energy solutions that meet the needs of evolving global markets. Beyond its core business, BW Offshore is also focused on developing cutting-edge floating production concepts to tackle the challenges posed by the energy transition.